Honda GX390 389cc General Purpose Engine from China
The Honda GX390 is a 389cc air-cooled, spark-ignition 4-stroke OHV engine delivering 11.7 HP (approximately 8.7 kW or 11.7 HP), ideal for generators, pressure washers, and lawn equipment. It falls under HTS 8407.90.9040 as a spark-ignition reciprocating piston engine with power output between 746 W and 4,476 W, classified as 'other engines' not specifically for vehicles.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Verify engine power output with manufacturer specs and include test reports to confirm it falls within 746W-4,476W range for accurate classification
• Ensure documentation distinguishes from vehicle-specific engines (HTS 8407.31-8407.34) to avoid misclassification
• Label clearly as 'non-road engine' if applicable to comply with EPA/CARB emissions standards during import